Will AI mania create next generation of ‘zombie unicorns’?

Of the 72 companies that reached unicorn status in 2024, 44% were AI startups – raising concerns that excessive valuations could become concentrated in one sector. The term ‘zombie unicorn’ describes companies that were previously valued at $1bn but are now worth considerably less.  The phenomenon has risen to prominence following a post-pandemic funding rebound … Continue reading Will AI mania create next generation of ‘zombie unicorns’?